Instagram tests a new ‘Instants’ app for sharing disappearing photos

Instagram is testing "Instants," a standalone app for sharing ephemeral photos that disappear after 24 hours and can be viewed only once. The app enforces authentic, unedited content shared in-the-moment, currently available in Spain and Italy. This is Meta's direct move to compete with Snapchat, BeReal, and Locket in the casual, low-pressure sharing space.